Atty. Michael J. Rolwes

Atty. Michael J. Rolwes

Named a Missouri and Kansas Super Lawyers "Rising Star" in Construction Law, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014.

St. Louis St. Louis 23 yrs experience 23 year
Call (314) 315-8909 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Michael J. Rolwes at a glance

Michael J. Rolwes is a Member based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Cockriel & Christofferson, LLC. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on business, construction, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Missouri (2003), Illinois (2004), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri (2004). Educated at St. Louis University (J.D., 2003) and University of Dallas (B.A., 2000). Active member of Bar Association of Metropolitan St and Louis The Missouri Bar American Bar Association. Serands clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

Named a Missouri and Kansas Super Lawyers "Rising Star" in Construction Law, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J. Rolwes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael J. Rolwes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Construction Law

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

Practicing law in Missouri. Legal matters in Missouri are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in St. Louis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Missouri state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Missouri brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Missouri courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael J. Rolwes

Where is Michael J. Rolwes's law office located?
Michael J. Rolwes's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. The firm is Cockriel & Christofferson, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J. Rolwes handle?
Michael J. Rolwes focuses on business, construction, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Michael J. Rolwes practiced law?
Michael J. Rolwes has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Michael J. Rolwes go to law school?
Michael J. Rolwes earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A., 2000).
How can I contact Michael J. Rolwes for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
St. Louis University
- 2003
B.A.
University of Dallas
- 2000

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 2003
Illinois
Admitted: 2004
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri
Admitted: 2004

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